One of the most fruitful fruits on earth, grapes, also has numerous virtues.
Great taste combined with diverse beneficial properties. Grapes fall on the table of a person in various forms, but, first of all, it is worth focusing on its fresh berries.
The benefits of white grapes in the intricacies of its composition
White grapes have about 4,000 varieties, which makes up a good half of their world variety in general with dark grapes, and all varieties are divided into categories according to their purpose:
• canteens are distinguished by high fresh palatability, they are processed into dried fruits, preservation and juices, and used in dishes;
• technical ones are not tasty and are grown for the needs of winemaking and related products (vinegar, oil);
• universal are good both in fresh and in processed form.
White grapes are strikingly different depending on the type of grape in terms of mass of grapes, shape and size of berries, juiciness of flesh, skin density, color - creamy white with a waxy coating, green, pinkish-yellow and other tones.
Sweetness and sourness, shades of tastes and aromas also vary - there are currant, nutmeg, blackberry, honey and other notes. There are boneless and boneless varieties.
But the positive properties and harm of white grapes, for all its diversity, it is possible to describe approximately the same.
It is important to note that all the positive characteristics of white grapes apply only to berries in biological ripeness. Grapes are not a pear, and at home does not reach.
It is highly recommended to eat grapes without peeling them - it contains almost the lion's share of all its beneficial substances.
The mineral palette of the benefits of white grapes (with a content of substances per 100 g) can be represented as follows:
• potassium (225 mg) is necessary for the nutrition of the heart muscle and nervous system fibers, is involved in enzymatic processes and the regulation of the level of magnesium, which is again in demand for the work of the heart;
• calcium (30 mg) is indispensable for bone tissue and the entire body during the growth period, so grapes are so useful for children;
• cobalt (2 μg) ensures the functioning of the endocrine system and self-cleaning of the liver;
• silicon (12 mg) strengthens the immune system and is important for the formation of connective tissue;
• sodium (26 mg) is involved in the transport of substances through cell membranes;
• phosphorus (22 mg) is necessary for the metabolic processes of the body as a whole, as well as for the development of brain cells;
• magnesium (17 mg) is required for nerve cell nutrition;
• sulfur (7 mg) is required for the production of the pigment melanin, regulates the level of bile and glucose in the blood.
It is noteworthy that the vitamins in white grapes are absorbed really fully, and this can not be compared with the digestibility of their synthetic analogues.
The most significant content per 100 g of ripe berries is ascorbic acid (C - 6 mg), retinol (A - 5 mg), biotin (H - 1.5 mg) and tocopherol (E - 0.3 mg).
The sweetness of the berries is represented by a little sucrose and mainly glucose and fructose in approximately equal proportions. Due to the fact that the latter are absorbed instantly, grapes are ideal for cases where an urgent need to raise blood sugar levels.
Compared with dark varieties, light ones contain quite a few antioxidants - bioflavonoids. But organic acids are better absorbed from them:
• apple, which removes excess fluid and activates collagen synthesis in the skin;
• lemon, mandatory for carbohydrate and fat metabolism;
• wine, accelerating metabolic processes and removing radionuclides from the body;
• amber, regulating cerebral circulation.
The benefits of white grapes for certain diseases
The set of recommendations for the treatment of fresh grapes and everything that can be obtained from this plant is called ampelotherapy (from the Greek words "ampelos" - grapes and "therapia" - treatment, care).
Thanks to fiber with a special fiber structure and phytoncide properties, white grapes have a positive effect on the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract and normalize its disorders, such as lazy bowel syndrome.
Frequent use of grapes increases vitality, gives energy and improves mood, as well as increases resistance to stress.
Grapes are recommended for anemia, moreover, it remarkably improves the digestibility of red meat. The fact is that although the iron content in the berries themselves is not impressive, but it is it that is literally absorbed by the body further, its greater amount from other sources is absorbed an order of magnitude better.
Eating grapes normalizes blood pressure, preventing its jumps during weather sensitivity and increased susceptibility to stress loads.
Grapes are shown in the diet and in other cases:
• heart rhythm disturbance;
• restorative diet for anorexia;
• kidney disease at the stage of sand deposition;
• migraine;
• retinal dystrophy;
• respiratory diseases (especially asthma);
• viral diseases affecting the skin and mucous membranes (such as herpes).
What else can be said about white grapes and its benefits
Grapes go well with almost all fruits and berries, as well as nuts and chocolate. By all means include it in a serving of cheese plates.
In order to avoid upset stomach and stomach, it is undesirable to mix grapes with fatty dishes, raw vegetables and milk (but with sour-milk products - it is possible).
Separately, it is worth mentioning several methods of processing grapes that especially affect the change in its beneficial and harmful properties.
• Raisins, when compared with fresh grapes, retains up to 95% of micro and macro elements and up to 80% of vitamins. Despite the fact that fresh berries are 80% water, and raisins lose up to 85% moisture when dried, all the substances from the berries are highly concentrated, which makes raisin high nutritional value. Sugar content, for example, increases by 8 times, and calorie content rises to 300 kcal per 100 g. Potassium and a trace mineral essential to the health of teeth are perfectly absorbed from it.
• Alcoholic beverages made from white grapes are cognac, liquor, cider, but wine is best known. During fermentation and aging, unique substances are formed in it that cardinally distinguish it from grape juice. Since antiquity, the properties of white wines have been known to renew blood, improve digestion and warm in the cold. The main harm comes from alcohol abuse, which can literally destroy the entire human body.
• Grape seed oil, universally used in cooking and cosmetology, can be obtained from varieties of any shade. The benefits of this oil for women's reproductive health and prolongation of youth, the prevention of infectious diseases are expressive.
• Vinegar from white grapes, including balsamic, is used for sauces, marinades, dressing salads and meat dishes. One of its significant substances - phytoalexin, prevents the occurrence of tumors and blood diseases.
It is important to note the value of the leaves of white grape varieties. Demanded not only for dolma, but also for salads and first courses, they are characterized by a high content of vitamin A (40 g) of the leaves that cover the daily requirement for it) and Omega-3 acids, which are responsible for the prevention of cancer, and it is recommended that the leaves be included in the diet when venous insufficiency.
Potential harm to white grapes
If there are grapes not only raisins, then a few seeds are likely to be swallowed. There will be no great harm from this, but, definitely, a regular excess of grape seeds will create a severe load on the digestive tract, which can lead to serious disorders of its functioning.
On the other hand, each bone contains omega-6 fatty acids (most of all linoleic), vitamin E and flavonoids that neutralize free radicals. To extract from the seeds of white grapes all the benefits, it is worth including in the diet the oil squeezed from them.
Based on the fact that 1 kg of fresh grape berries accounts for about 300 g of pure sugar, it is reasonable to limit it in case of diabetes mellitus, as well as with excess weight, because in conjunction with significant energy value (75 kcal per 100 g), therefore, white grapes are harmful due to excessive nutrition.
Certain diseases are a reason to note the presence of grapes on the table:
• osteochondrosis - grapes aggravate degenerative-dystrophic changes in cartilage;
• An acute form of pancreatitis - a high content of organic acids and an increase in blood glucose increase the production of pancreatic enzymes to the extent that it simply cannot cope with the load.
Also, do not eat grapes with colitis and diarrhea.
Women in late pregnancy do not have any harm from white grapes in principle, but it is reasonable to limit its quantity if edema is worried, since water and certain active substances from it burden the kidneys.
Also, in rare cases and in the form of an individual reaction, grapes are able to reduce milk production during lactation.
